Regional Finance Manager – KSA Regional HQ

Job DescriptionFinance Director – KSA Regional HQLocation: Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA)Position Overview:We are seeking an experienced Finance Director to lead our operations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia under the Saudi Regional Headquarters (RHQ) framework. The successful candidate will be responsible for safeguarding the company’s assets, ensuring robust financial controls, and overseeing comprehensive financial reporting and compliance. This role also involves strategic financial planning to support the company’s growth and profitability in the region.Job Responsibilities:Accounting Leadership: Oversee all accounting functions, including accounts payable, payroll, general ledger, and internal controls, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local and international standards.Financial Controls: Develop, implement, and maintain strong internal controls and standard operating procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with Saudi regulatory requirements.Financial Reporting: Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including forecasting, cash flow analysis, and year-end reporting. Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of all financial data.Audit Management: Lead internal and external audits, including financial, SOX, and tax audits, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.Process Improvement: Drive continuous process and productivity improvements within the accounting team, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness.Financial Planning: Support strategic financial planning initiatives, providing insights and analysis to inform decision-making and drive business performance.Team Management: Lead and mentor a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with other departments to provide financial insights and support strategic decision-making. Facilitate effective use of ERP and Business Intelligence tools to enhance business performance.Risk Management: Identify and mitigate financial risks, ensuring the company’s financial stability and integrity.Job Requirements:Experience: 10+ years of progressive experience in accounting and financial controls, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role. Experience in a publicly traded company and international experience, particularly in the Middle East, are highly preferred.Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. A Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance is highly desirable.Certifications: Chartered or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification is required.Skills:Strong leadership and people management skills with a proven track record.Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.Ability to deliver results under tight deadlines.Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels.In-depth knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial regulations, including those specific to Saudi Arabia.About UsFortinet makes possible a digital world that we can always trust through its mission to protect people, devices, and data everywhere. This is why the world’s largest enterprises, service providers, and government organizations choose Fortinet to securely accelerate their digital journey. The Fortinet Security Fabric platform delivers broad, integrated, and automated protections across the entire digital attack surface, securing critical devices, data, applications, and connections from the data center to the cloud to the home office. Ranking #1 in the most security appliances shipped worldwide, more than 615,000 customers trust Fortinet to protect their businesses. And the Fortinet NSE Training Institute, an initiative of Fortinet’s Training Advancement Agenda (TAA), provides one of the largest and broadest training programs in the industry to make cyber training and new career opportunities available to everyone.